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Donald Trump stands behind a podium while pointing a finger in front of him.
‘People are trying to be creative’: Tariff-battered American companies are so cash-starved they are using refund claims as collateral for loans

“It’s coming to the point where some people might have no choice,” one CEO told Fortune, saying more firms are looking to leverage refund claims from the levies.

By Sasha RogelbergApril 12, 2026
A Starbucks barista stands behind a cash register.
Starbucks’ game plan to roll out AI chatbots at cafés could serve as a ‘litmus test’ for the industry, analyst says
By Sasha RogelbergApril 11, 2026
The Navy confirmed an ‘abundant amount’ of Uncrustables when the Artemis II crew lands. Smucker’s just offered them a lifetime supply
The Navy confirmed an ‘abundant amount’ of Uncrustables when the Artemis II crew lands. Smucker’s just offered them a lifetime supply
By Catherina GioinoApril 10, 2026
Nutella seen aboard the Orion spacecraft Integrity.
Nutella jumps on the best product placement money can’t buy: A trip to the far side of the Moon
By Catherina GioinoApril 9, 2026
JFK, jr and Carolyn Bessette walk their dog in New York City.
Levi’s 517 jeans sales jump 25% thanks to ‘Love Story’ and the Carolyn Bessette Kennedy effect
By Molly Liebergall and Morning BrewApril 9, 2026
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Americans hate the economy so much, they’re buying $22 smoothies
By Yuanyuan (Gina) Cui, Patrick Van Esch and The ConversationApril 9, 2026
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Blazing hot IPOs, an AI agent craze, and a new word for ‘token’: Here’s what’s happening in the world of Chinese AI
AsiaBlazing hot IPOs, an AI agent craze, and a new word for ‘token’: Here’s what’s happening in the world of Chinese AI
By Nicholas GordonApril 12, 2026
Iran’s crumbling economy is the regime’s greatest weakness with prices up 40% since the war began while authorities worry about making payroll
EconomyIran’s crumbling economy is the regime’s greatest weakness with prices up 40% since the war began while authorities worry about making payroll
By Jason MaApril 12, 2026
Here’s how a U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could work. ‘This is a big task, and it’s a big gamble’
PoliticsHere’s how a U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could work. ‘This is a big task, and it’s a big gamble’
By Jason MaApril 12, 2026
Intuit was an AI pioneer. Why its stock became a SaaSpocalypse casualty
InvestingIntuit was an AI pioneer. Why its stock became a SaaSpocalypse casualty
By Geoff ColvinApril 12, 2026
Artemis III will practice docking Orion with lunar landers in Earth orbit next year while Musk’s Starship and Bezos’ Blue Moon compete for Artemis IV
InnovationArtemis III will practice docking Orion with lunar landers in Earth orbit next year while Musk’s Starship and Bezos’ Blue Moon compete for Artemis IV
By Marcia Dunn and The Associated PressApril 12, 2026
Oil tankers U-turn in Hormuz as U.S.-Iran talks break down
PoliticsOil tankers U-turn in Hormuz as U.S.-Iran talks break down
By Weilun Soon and BloombergApril 12, 2026
Saudi Arabia says East-West pipeline restored to full capacity
EnergySaudi Arabia says East-West pipeline restored to full capacity
By Clara Ferreira Marques and BloombergApril 12, 2026
In 2011, Barack Obama said it was time to ‘pivot’ to Asia. But 15 years later, the U.S. is still at war in the Middle East
AsiaIn 2011, Barack Obama said it was time to ‘pivot’ to Asia. But 15 years later, the U.S. is still at war in the Middle East
By Didi Tang and The Associated PressApril 12, 2026
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Can Finnair’s new CEO navigate turbulence and take the airline higher?
RetailCan Finnair’s new CEO navigate turbulence and take the airline higher?
By Michele RobsonFebruary 11, 2025
  • President Donald Trump listens to a question as he signs executive orders in the Oval Office at the White House, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, in Washington.
    FinanceTrump slaps new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, igniting trade war fears
    By Zeke Miller, Aamer Madhani, Josh Boak and The Associated PressJanuary 31, 2025
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RetailExclusive: Nestlé is expanding its $20 billion ‘emotional’ pet foods as it homes in on its top-performing brands
By Prarthana PrakashFebruary 11, 2025
McDonald's $5 Value Meal
RetailChicken lovers rejoice—McDonald’s is finally bringing back chicken strips and Snack Wraps
By Hallie SteinerFebruary 10, 2025
An image from the movie "Dog Man" shows an orange cat riding on a surfboard piloted by a dog in a police officer's uniform
Retail‘Dog Man’ fetches a profit for Dreamworks Animation after the movie’s ticket sales eclipse its production budget in just two weeks
By Jake Coyle and The Associated PressFebruary 10, 2025
McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski poses while sitting in a red booth
RetailMcDonald’s CEO is teasing new menu items to lure back a critical subset of customers that are ditching the brand and battering its bottom line
By Dee-Ann Durbin and The Associated PressFebruary 10, 2025
Moving slow? Starbucks will give you a free coffee today
RetailMoving slow? Starbucks will give you a free coffee today
By Chris MorrisFebruary 10, 2025
  • Aldi store sign
    RetailAldi quietly scrubbed its careers website of all DE&I initiatives
    By HR Brew and Kristen ParisiJanuary 31, 2025
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SuccessKering hoped a big turnaround would save its flagship brands. With Gucci’s creative director gone, is the revival already unraveling?
By Prarthana PrakashFebruary 10, 2025
Super Bowl commercials aim for easy laughs and nostalgia to avoid potential political missteps
LifestyleSuper Bowl commercials aim for easy laughs and nostalgia to avoid potential political missteps
By Dee-Ann Durbin, Mae Anderson, Wyatte Grantham-Philips and The Associated PressFebruary 10, 2025
e.l.f. Beauty CEO Tarang Amin
RetailElf Beauty’s CEO blames the company’s lowered fiscal outlook on people being too distracted by the TikTok ban and wildfires
By Sydney LakeFebruary 8, 2025
Volkswagen-backed EV maker Scout Motors wants to sell directly to buyers online but can’t do it in its home state
RetailVolkswagen-backed EV maker Scout Motors wants to sell directly to buyers online but can’t do it in its home state
By Jeffrey Collins and The Associated PressFebruary 7, 2025
Francoise Bettencourt Meyers, her husband Jean-Pierre Meyers, Jean-Victor Meyers and Nicolas Meyers
SuccessBillionaire L’Oréal heiress Francoise Bettencourt Meyers retires and passes on board role to her son
By Prarthana PrakashFebruary 7, 2025
  • The 12 major retail executive moves this month that you need to know
    RetailThe 12 major retail executive moves this month that you need to know
    By Retail Brew and Erin CabreyJanuary 31, 2025
Carlsberg expanded its business, thanks to the brewer’s bet on nonalcoholic drinks—but it may have to slow down in 2025
FinanceCarlsberg expanded its business, thanks to the brewer’s bet on nonalcoholic drinks—but it may have to slow down in 2025
By Prarthana PrakashFebruary 7, 2025
Amazon’s profit is suddenly going through the roof, fueling CEO Andy Jassy’s $100 billion AI spending spree to fight Google and Microsoft
AIAmazon’s profit is suddenly going through the roof, fueling CEO Andy Jassy’s $100 billion AI spending spree to fight Google and Microsoft
By Jason Del ReyFebruary 6, 2025
Super Bowl party snacks
RetailSuper Bowl viewers are expected to beat their $670 million spend on snacks from last year totaling 107 million pounds
By Retail Brew and Erin CabreyFebruary 6, 2025
So long, Billabong. Virtually all Quiksilver, Billabong, and Volcom stores are shutting down in the U.S., and roughly 1,400 employees will be laid off
RetailSo long, Billabong. Virtually all Quiksilver, Billabong, and Volcom stores are shutting down in the U.S., and roughly 1,400 employees will be laid off
By Chris MorrisFebruary 6, 2025
Small towns are offering millions in tax breaks to land the mega gas station with a cult-like following and the ‘cleanest restrooms in America’
RetailSmall towns are offering millions in tax breaks to land the mega gas station with a cult-like following and the ‘cleanest restrooms in America’
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezFebruary 6, 2025
Elon Musk speaks to Donald Trump, who is standing next to him, looking up
PoliticsElon Musk’s growing to-do list includes working with Boeing to speed up the delivery of Trump’s new Air Force One jets
By Sasha RogelbergFebruary 5, 2025
A close-up photo of eggs and bacon.
RetailState police are searching for thieves who stole $40,000 worth of eggs from the back of a trailer
By Amanda GerutFebruary 5, 2025
Japan will loosen its grip on the country’s fiercely guarded rice stockpile as prices soar to their highest levels ever
RetailJapan will loosen its grip on the country’s fiercely guarded rice stockpile as prices soar to their highest levels ever
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezFebruary 4, 2025
Grimace and Uncle O'Grimacey
FinanceMcDonald’s leans hard into nostalgia with the return of the Shamrock Shake—and Grimace’s uncle
By Chris MorrisFebruary 4, 2025
A 1714 violin that belonged to the great violin player Joseph Joachim
RetailA violin made in 1714 could become most expensive musical instrument ever sold
By The Associated PressFebruary 4, 2025
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RetailTariffs add a new twist as Don Julio tequila and Guinness maker Diageo faces a rocky 2025
By Prarthana PrakashFebruary 4, 2025
Tesla sales are cratering in California but there are now thousands of Cybertrucks roaring across the Golden State
FinanceTesla sales are cratering in California but there are now thousands of Cybertrucks roaring across the Golden State
By Amanda GerutFebruary 4, 2025
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RetailCar prices face $3,000 increase as automakers worry over tariffs
By Bloomberg, Jacob Lorinc, David Welch and Amy StillmanFebruary 3, 2025
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RetailTrump’s tariff war has turned into an egg war at Costco
By Sydney LakeFebruary 3, 2025
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RetailTemu, Shein, and Amazon to be held liable by the EU for the dangerous and illegal products they sell, report says
By Prarthana PrakashFebruary 3, 2025
A staff member applies makeup to a model at the Estee Lauder booth in Shanghai
FeaturesEstée Lauder has lost $100 billion in value in the past three years. How a big bet on China dragged down a luxury legend
By Phil WahbaFebruary 3, 2025
Trump kept his pledge on tariffs. Here’s what to know about how the charges will affect Americans’ wallets
PoliticsTrump kept his pledge on tariffs. Here’s what to know about how the charges will affect Americans’ wallets
By Bill Barrow and The Associated PressFebruary 3, 2025
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LifestyleMultiple deaths reported after fiery plane crash near Philadelphia mall
By Amanda GerutJanuary 31, 2025
AWS CEO Matt Garman smiling onstage while gesticulating with arms spread wide
TechAmazon is jumping on the DeepSeek wave to boast about its AI game. But the real test will be its upcoming earnings
By Jason Del ReyJanuary 31, 2025
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